8 Facts You Didn't Know About Black Cats

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  • @AllAboutCatsYT
    @AllAboutCatsYT  Рік тому +520

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    • @CindyRussi.
      @CindyRussi. Рік тому +21

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    • @blackcatholisticrescue
      @blackcatholisticrescue Рік тому +12

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    • @cdwarden45
      @cdwarden45 Рік тому +13

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    • @blackcatholisticrescue
      @blackcatholisticrescue Рік тому +6

      @@cdwarden45 Thank you so much, Charles!

    • @sherribirdsong9756
      @sherribirdsong9756 Рік тому +12

      Ever since I was a very little girl, my dream cat was solid black with avocado green eyes. I grew up with a wonderful, amazing black spaniel type dog for almost 18 years, but wasn't allowed to have a cat. Then, many years later, one hot August night, I was walking my current dog, when I heard the most pitiful mewing. I put Katie, my dog back in the apartment, grabbed a flashlight, thinking a kitten must be stuck up a tree. Nope, a young black cat was at my upstairs neighbor's door, crying his heart out. I said: "What's the matter baby, won't they let you in?" Next thing I know, a blur of cat runs down the balcony, down the stairs, and launches himself into my arms, snuggles in, and starts purring like a motor boat! Surprise! My heart melted completely, my brain said you can't have a cat, you already have a dog and a cockatiel! So, that night I fixed him a bed in a box with cat food I had on hand for the cat at work, and some cool water under the stairs near my apartment. That had to do for then, but not forever, since you don't look a cat you had wanted for 45 years, in the face and say no...I did some inquiring to make sure he didn't belong to someone. Turned out the poor guy had been kicked out of a car on the opposite side of the complex 3 weeks before. He had been searching for just that special new Momma at every single door, receiving food and water along the way, until that truly magical moment when we came together. I considered him an incredibly special gift from God, one I had been waiting so many years for! He met my car after work the next day, and he became my sweetest little boy, sleeping in my lap most of the evening, purring contently. I tried many different names, but when I said "Salem" he looked at me and smiled! 😮😊❤ Next day, while he got checked over at my vet's office, they found out he had already been neutered, blood tests were all fine, updated his vaccines, Revolution drops, etc. and I got cat supplies, toys, and stuff- I gleefully gave myself a "kitten shower!" We got to spend 13 glorious but way too short years together. He, my dog, and cockatiel were all good friends- no worries there! My green-eyed, short-haired, solid black cat 🐈‍⬛️, turned out to be the sweetest, most caring, loving cat that ever was made, he never, ever scratched me or gave "love bites." He slept close every night. I guess the most magical gift he still gives me even 10 years after his passing, is that he will visit me in the night to bring me love and comfort, especially when I need it. I know that people who know black cats know they can do this when they really love you ❤. The visits are not as common as they were at first, but I can see, hear, and feel him- it gives me joy and I have no doubt at all who will be jumping in my arms, purring like a motor boat when I finally join my human and animal family in Heaven! God bless you and yours!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
      P.S. the illustrated children's book about Salem's Adventures will eventually be appearing everywhere they sell books 📚 LOL someday!!!

  • @HeyImRei
    @HeyImRei Рік тому +1078

    When my mom and I went to a shelter a few years ago we were looking for a young kitten to adopt, and there was this 8 year old black kitty named Charlie who looked sad and wasn't interacting with anybody. We found out he had been at the shelter the longest and no one wanted him, so we got him and he is the happiest boy. His previous owners abandoned him so he has separation anxiety so I'm basically his emotional support human. We also ended up adopting a tuxedo kitten with ADHD to keep him company so he isn't as anxious anymore. They're both the best kitties ever.

    • @kimicappiello5480
      @kimicappiello5480 Рік тому +23

      🖤🐈‍⬛🖤

    • @pattiannepascual
      @pattiannepascual Рік тому +29

      thank you for literally saving their lives ♥️

    • @theheroofthestory9330
      @theheroofthestory9330 Рік тому +13

      I've had dozens of cat throughout my life (I'm old, lol) sometimes just one and at one point 9 cats.
      I have had 7 black cats and they were & are (I have 1 now) very sweet and lovable kitties. Loved them all. My big boy O.B. is the one that I have now with 5 other color rescue cats. He gets along with them all.

    • @carmenguevara3280
      @carmenguevara3280 Рік тому +21

      My babies were 8 wks old when they were on the euthanization list for being the only black kittens in the litter. Today, they are 10yrs old, extremely charming, loving, and playful. I couldn't imagine life without them. ❤

    • @HeyImRei
      @HeyImRei Рік тому +11

      @carmenguevara3280 awe thanks for being there for them! They're almost as old as my Charlie. He's going on 14 soon and still acts like a kitten.

  • @snoops5581
    @snoops5581 Рік тому +376

    Every black cat I have ever known were such sweet & loving cats. Black cats are beautiful.

    • @garmangarman8868
      @garmangarman8868 11 місяців тому +2

      THAT'S RACIST!
      it's not a black cat, it's a colored cat🤭

    • @Eyebrowguy420
      @Eyebrowguy420 10 місяців тому +10

      @@garmangarman8868 Bruh No

    • @heaven-is-real
      @heaven-is-real 7 місяців тому +3

      lucy the black cat was such a sweet and loving cat i miss her so much she loved sitting with you and purring

    • @RavenWolfDrum69
      @RavenWolfDrum69 6 місяців тому +1

      My cat I rescued in my teens was a protector ❤ when anyone would knock he'd run to the door like he was a dog and GROWL😅😅

    • @RavenWolfDrum69
      @RavenWolfDrum69 6 місяців тому

      ​@@garmangarman8868😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂❤

  • @walterfechter8080
    @walterfechter8080 Рік тому +2642

    I've owned five black cats. All of them were real charmers. They were my favorite cats and I miss them. My English grandmother once told me, "Black cats don't steal souls -- they steal hearts." How true that is! Many thanks, for this informative and fun video. 🐈‍⬛❤🐈‍⬛❤🐈‍⬛❤🐈‍⬛❤🐈‍⬛❤

    • @jccote6059
      @jccote6059 Рік тому +91

      All my respect to a very wise grandmother

    • @walterfechter8080
      @walterfechter8080 Рік тому +43

      @@jccote6059 Many thanks. My gran's black cats did a great job of keeping mice and rats away from the grain at their farm. Her long-haired tabby ("Georgie") was a champion "mouser." Georgie lived a long time. I think I'll compose a story about my grandmother's cats. Stay safe and well. God keep you and the kitties. Cheers -- W

    • @Memento_Mori_Morals
      @Memento_Mori_Morals Рік тому +22

      ​@@walterfechter8080omg I love that saying!! I LOVE those little voids that due to being voids succeed more in tripping humans in the dark. No seriously my fav cat was a lil black one, he was the sweetest kitty to me. He didn't like anyone else sadly... he seemed to have survived abuse and abandonment as a kitten so I can get the not being very trusting.

    • @errantwinds-up8uu
      @errantwinds-up8uu Рік тому +17

      I adopted a black cat four years ago and my grandma, who is now 99, started telling me all about the black cats she used to have and how they were the most promiscuous 🤣🤣 I have no idea where she got that, but she had me rolling.

    • @walterfechter8080
      @walterfechter8080 Рік тому +28

      @@errantwinds-up8uu I had to laugh at what your grandma said about black cats being "the most promiscuous." All cats have their little "quirks" as we humans do. I don't know about my black cats being "promiscuous," but they certainly were mischievous, sweet and charming. In Scotland, a tradition was that a newly married husband gave his new wife a black cat for good luck. All of my grandmother's black cats brought her good luck. Strangely enough, my gran's black cats knew when German bombers were approaching London even before the air raid sirens started. Shortly after The Blitz began, my grandmother moved from London to Bromley (Kent) with all her belongings (including her cats). My gran and her cats were relatively safe there. Cats: it seems; have a sixth sense that is akin to the supernatural. With care. Cheers -- W

  • @OfficialRainsynth
    @OfficialRainsynth 7 місяців тому +37

    For me, black cats are one of the most beautiful and look so elegant.

    • @CClay-kn9lm
      @CClay-kn9lm 2 місяці тому

      I agree. I've loved them since I was a little girl. I've had a black cat (not the same one) since I was six, sometimes two and one beautiful grey.❤

  • @freddie6264
    @freddie6264 Рік тому +812

    I am a vet tech and my black cat Fred (Freddie Cougar) lived in our hospital as an adoptable kitten from October until February with NO adoption applications submitted. He came home with me after being RETURNED by another staff member and he is the most affectionate pet I have ever had in my life.

    • @jcepri
      @jcepri Рік тому +27

      Fred. That's hysterical.

    • @frankie51518
      @frankie51518 Рік тому +40

      He was just waiting for you before he put on his real charm 😻

    • @dianam9028
      @dianam9028 Рік тому +26

      omg I have a cat named Freddy Krueger 😆 Thank you for adopting him 🖤☺

    • @butchieblock9118
      @butchieblock9118 Рік тому +26

      Their LOSS!!!

    • @errantwinds-up8uu
      @errantwinds-up8uu Рік тому +13

      amazing name

  • @forestnymph8401
    @forestnymph8401 Рік тому +479

    I found my black cat in the woods. Someone dumped her. She jumped into my arms and I carried her home and kept her and she is such a love bug! I can’t believe anyone would dump a cat that is filled with nothing but love.

    • @wongtimefunguy
      @wongtimefunguy Рік тому +21

      You are a good person.

    • @Kaiyakuza00
      @Kaiyakuza00 Рік тому

      Don't feed her meat.

    • @rob_7775
      @rob_7775 Рік тому +2

      How do you know someone threw her out and instead, that she ran away on her own accord. What do you think it’s just speculation. If you ever lose that cat, then you know that the reason you found her in the first place was because she was lost on her own accord. If she dies with you, then it means someone threw her out. Until that day, you will never know the truth.

    • @forestnymph8401
      @forestnymph8401 Рік тому +26

      @@rob_7775 calm down. I know. They threw her out and her kitten who was stuck in a tree. You have to know where and how I found them but I promise you, someone dumped her. …but maybe you know everything. 🙄

    • @forestnymph8401
      @forestnymph8401 Рік тому +11

      @@Kaiyakuza00 ?

  • @rosanna3765
    @rosanna3765 Рік тому +303

    I will adopt a black cat in a second. Coworker called me saying her mom found a young cat and asked if I would take her in. I already have 4 cats and a big dog. I said, "It's not black is it?" She said, "Yes." My response. "I'll be there in 5 minutes." She is the sweetest and quirky cat I have. Even gets along with the dog and is obsessed with the bathroom tub.

    • @paulvarn4712
      @paulvarn4712 Рік тому +10

      Mine loves watching drains of any kind.

    • @dawnvickerstaff
      @dawnvickerstaff Рік тому +10

      Mine is fascinated by the drip-drip-drip of the leaky faucet. I don't dare get it fixed.

    • @katzy43
      @katzy43 Рік тому +6

      Mine too did get along with dogs and other cats. He found friends everwhere and also brought them home. He loved water and i had to keep his water bowl in the bathtub because he splashed water everywhere. There was never any problem to travel with him by car or plane. As long as we were together everything was fine.

    • @cowsonzambonis6
      @cowsonzambonis6 Рік тому +1

      Do you have any issues with them hanging enough space/being territorial? We have two cats and are thinking about getting a third, but our house is 1300 sq ft.

    • @rosanna3765
      @rosanna3765 Рік тому +3

      @@cowsonzambonis6 They fight every once in a while but oddly enough the dog breaks them up. I have two calico sisters who hate each other. One stays upstairs and the other in the basement. both are going on 18. Once in a while they meet in the middle, but it's never been bad enough to have to separate them. The new one took a few days to adjust but she's the youngest. The others are all over 16 years old.

  • @KamChillTV19558
    @KamChillTV19558 Рік тому +14

    😭😭😭 those poor babys, omg, why would people judge them so terribly they all are beautiful, ALL KITTYS, regardless of breed or colour they all behave depending on how they have been treated, if loved they're EXTREMELY affectionate loving kittys, wether black, orange, tall, short, etc. All cats should be loved❤❤❤

  • @lindaorndoff5129
    @lindaorndoff5129 Рік тому +463

    I am 62 years old and have had cats all my life. My black cat Trinity is my 1st black cat. She is, without a doubt, the most loving, sweet, best cat I have ever had. She is 12 years old now and I can NOT imagine my life without her.

    • @jcepri
      @jcepri Рік тому +28

      I said the same about my cat who passed last 12/26. I was absolutely crushed, but it gets better, slowly. I want another cat, but I'm still not ready. I have a picture of my Cookie that I talk to every day.

    • @dianam9028
      @dianam9028 Рік тому +12

      @@jcepri RIP Cookie 😞

    • @lynnmartz8739
      @lynnmartz8739 Рік тому +16

      @@jcepri Jeff I"ve found that the only thing that eases the pain of loss, is to take in another (better another 2). No one may ever live up to the cat you lost, but they need you nonetheless. My condolences on your loss. That is the hard part.

    • @Fclwilson
      @Fclwilson Рік тому +6

      I feel the same about Espresso, my black kitty.

    • @starseedlightworker6539
      @starseedlightworker6539 Рік тому +9

      Yeah that should be totally FACT #1 Black cats are the best they are smart and empathic.

  • @LostOnEarth97
    @LostOnEarth97 Рік тому +547

    2 months ago, a little black kitten hid inside the hood of my car during a bad rainstorm. He's now on my lap purring. He's the luckiest thing that's ever happened to me. Black cats are precious creatures just as deserving of love as any other. 🖤🐈‍⬛

    • @Stacy_SJA
      @Stacy_SJA Рік тому +19

      He chose you!

    • @glass1258
      @glass1258 Рік тому +4

      That’s cool 😎

    • @pattiecurtis6096
      @pattiecurtis6096 Рік тому +12

      Thanks for loving your little black boy. I adopted a little black girl during Covid. I was feeling so lonely and isolated. Since then my little Bella has changed my life too. We sure do love each other.

    • @SummerNight-lh4ob
      @SummerNight-lh4ob Рік тому +5

      My midnight sky loves me so much he loves a little foot petting

    • @spencer3trio
      @spencer3trio Рік тому +9

      The day we lost our dear orange tabby Garfield, we met a little black kitten who had stowaway in a big truck engine and was found at a repair shop. His name was Diesel. He is in the middle of my late mother's peace lily right now. 😄
      He is also a great lap companion 😊

  • @tonythesuperperson
    @tonythesuperperson Рік тому +322

    My black cat Alfred past away last month. I watched this while smiling to myself with tears in my eyes. He was such a great cat.

    • @monk3yboy69
      @monk3yboy69 Рік тому +19

      Sorry for your loss. Cats really do get deep into our hearts.

    • @tonythesuperperson
      @tonythesuperperson Рік тому +7

      @@monk3yboy69 thank you

    • @kathymc234
      @kathymc234 Рік тому +8

      I'm sorry for your loss.

    • @ktevans881
      @ktevans881 Рік тому +6

      Samesies here, my Tootsie was 19. Alfred and Tootsie are smilling back at us too 🖤

    • @boelschenlaer
      @boelschenlaer Рік тому +4

      Love 😽😻😽to Alfred the cat on the Other Side.🙏🙏🙏

  • @moogoatcluck7544
    @moogoatcluck7544 Рік тому +50

    A young black cat turned up at my house about a month ago. I don't know where he came from but he squeaked at me until I bought cat food and he's been here ever since. He's the sweetest little boy and very affectionate. He also brings me dead mice and rats which I'm not too keen on but it's better than bringing me live ones. All in all I'd rate him 10/10 and certainly recommend a black cat to anyone.

    • @ScottA2345
      @ScottA2345 11 місяців тому +1

      Keep him indoors as a house cat. He'll live a longer and healthier life and you won't have to worry about any more rodent gifts. :)

    • @leannetomlinson7711
      @leannetomlinson7711 10 місяців тому +1

      Sounds exactly like the story of my boy Blacky. He brings me special presents too lol 😂 He is always so proud of his catch and meows till I come and tell him what a good boy he is. He is my best friend ❤️❤️❤️

    • @malenedietl3369
      @malenedietl3369 4 місяці тому

      He brings you his catch as presents, he loves you. ❤

  • @loriharris5100
    @loriharris5100 Рік тому +290

    I couldn't believe this happened just 2 weeks ago! My boyfriend and I had been feeding 2 black kittens we found under his shed. After about a week, here comes the Mama (Grey striped tabby) with the 2 black kittens! They walked into the house and stayed!! We didn't count on having 3 cats but they are wonderful!! I've never had a black cat! These kittens are SO smart, fun and we love them all!!

    • @psefti
      @psefti Рік тому +4

      From my experience the Color of kittens is determined by the males the female breeds with, and yes a litter may contain kittens from different males. We had a black cat that we adored she had 3 litters in her lifetime and only had 1 black kitten a female in her last litter that we kept, had her spayed she lived 17 years and was so smart an amazing cat.

    • @melaniejerrils3671
      @melaniejerrils3671 Рік тому +2

      Thats so sweet. I also have black cats. 3 of them and they are so wonderful

    • @maryreed2280
      @maryreed2280 Рік тому +2

      I have my first black cat too. So beautiful.

    • @ИванИванычев-р6ж
      @ИванИванычев-р6ж Рік тому

      ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🙏💐🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹😊

    • @bilbobaggins1934
      @bilbobaggins1934 Рік тому +2

      Get Mama fixed, quick, or you'll have a few or maybe a lot more kittens. My Mama showed up with two kittens and before we knew, she chased them away one morning and got pregnant that afternoon. Three Tom's gave us five little fur balls, including two all black toms loaded with cattitude, just like their daddy. 🐈

  • @yvonnemason9137
    @yvonnemason9137 Рік тому +177

    I've owned two black cats and they were the sweetest, most affectionate cats I've ever had. They are the absolute best!

    • @nahor88
      @nahor88 Рік тому +1

      Black cats are said to be generally more affectionate. I think there's truth to that due to crossbreeding, and generally the cats that are crossbred are the ones that like humans more.

    • @MoniqueangeliqueLumpkin
      @MoniqueangeliqueLumpkin Рік тому +2

      I HAVE 3 BLACK CATS, THEY RE SWEETIES

    • @leosunrising
      @leosunrising Рік тому +1

      I have a senior black cat! He’s smart, chatty, loves walks, and is my best friend! He’s going thru diabetes right now and is doing well with 2 insuline shots a day. He has medium length hair and also loves the water, loves getting a bath and blow dry. He’s the best!

    • @rebaeasler
      @rebaeasler 9 місяців тому

      After my husband passed. U was crying. My little black cat huged me pattied my back and purred to me..

  • @danpetermann6509
    @danpetermann6509 Рік тому +228

    I had a black cat and I was her only human. 9 pounds of pure fury. Her mom was a black domestic shorthair and her father was a feral black Persian mix. Never backed down to anything. Lived to be 22, traveled the US, lived in Germany for 15 months, Colorado, Texas, Florida and Wyoming. My son got a cat that looked just like her with an even worse attitude. She loved him and bit everyone else. I love black cats just for their spiciness.

    • @angelikaopland2847
      @angelikaopland2847 Рік тому +14

      My guy is named Spike, and we like to say he has spikeattude. We live in Alaska, and at a year and a half we watched him chase a moose out of the yard. In later years we caught him stalking a fox, I hate to think what his plan was.

    • @olivemd
      @olivemd Рік тому +3

      My black cat 🐈‍⬛ was stalking a full grown bald eagle. Thankfully it flew off with something twice the size of him before he got to him. He was my cat until my son was born.

    • @olivemd
      @olivemd Рік тому +17

      We were looking for a dog, but when we passed a cage with various coloured sleeping kittens, the only pure black kitten jumped up and clung to the bars and kept yelling ‘me, me, me’. I was told NO by my husband and the person behind the desk. Tears do work. He was so tiny. He died of old age with us and was part of our family.

    • @circleofleaves2676
      @circleofleaves2676 Рік тому +6

      My black cat Arian also lived to be 22. She died just last year.

    • @juanita_rocksteady2761
      @juanita_rocksteady2761 Рік тому +3

      My black cat Jett was so chill. He passed away at 16. My new black cat Tinkerbelle is very loving but so spicy! I love it!❤🐈‍⬛️

  • @ScottA2345
    @ScottA2345 11 місяців тому +22

    A young stray black cat - about 6 months old, walked into my yard one day. He never let me get closer than about 15 feet. So, I just went about my business in the yard for the afternoon and he watched. I would speak to him, but he would not speak back ;-) I finally called it a day and went into the house. When I came back into my family room I was surprised to find that the little black cat had climbed onto the deck and was looking through the screen door. I opened the screen door, he walked in and he never left. 20 years I had him. One of the best pets I have ever had. Beautiful black coat, black paws, black nose - sleek like a panther and extremely affectionate and loyal right to he very end. Black cats are GREAT. 🙂🙂👍👍

    • @malenedietl3369
      @malenedietl3369 4 місяці тому

      He chose you! He's probably been watching you for a time before showing himself and finally decided that you were right for him. I had that experience with my first black cat, Pascal. He decided that he wanted me to adopt him from my friend who had to go away for some months. He charmed me for a couple of weeks untill I finally suggested that I would babysit him while she was away. Believe me, his excessive charming stopped when I said I would have him, not kidding. And he stayed on. Best black cat friend I ever had! I mourned him for 2 years, he died 3 years later from kidneyfailure, 13 yrs old. 💔

  • @icuclc
    @icuclc Рік тому +115

    I adopted two black cats that were abandoned.
    When I went to look for cats, black was not the colour I had in mind, but these two were so cute and tiny that they melted my heart.
    I had those cats for over 13 years, they completely changed my mind about black cats.
    All cats matter.

    • @MsMcwill
      @MsMcwill Рік тому +6

      Just adopted a black shorthair and a tortie. They are not siblings, but are from the same shelter. The black cat is a sweetheart, so is the tortie.

    • @kananiseven
      @kananiseven Рік тому

      Black Cat Lives Matter

    • @divagirl10
      @divagirl10 Рік тому +1

      agree. I went to adopt the white cat, but she said the black cats weren't getting adopted. So I got both brothers and my black cat is so loving and beautiful.

  • @tishc5392
    @tishc5392 Рік тому +157

    Our black cat was a kitten rescue. Someone abandoned him a week after Halloween at a nearby cemetery. The vet said he was only two months old. He is so sweet, we named him Devotion and he will soon be three years old now.

  • @dianemalek436
    @dianemalek436 Рік тому +156

    The first cat I ever owned was a black cat. He looked like a panther, so beautiful and regal. Another black cat we had lived almost 21 years.🐈‍⬛

    • @mericchan925
      @mericchan925 Рік тому

      Ditto 🥰

    • @errantwinds-up8uu
      @errantwinds-up8uu Рік тому +1

      I have a little black cat and I always call her my tiny panther. SO cute.

    • @kazbrekker16
      @kazbrekker16 Рік тому +1

      i got one yesterday and he’s massive, we swear he’s a baby panther haha

  • @egv1557
    @egv1557 Рік тому +18

    I had a black kitten and I loved her so much!
    Whenever I see a black cat, I wish I could hug it.

  • @stephaniew18
    @stephaniew18 Рік тому +343

    My family rescued two black cat sisters three years ago and we couldn’t love them more. Black cats are so regal looking!🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛❤️

    • @jjr1728
      @jjr1728 Рік тому +5

      I agree. Theyre my fav col cat.

    • @regalbeauty
      @regalbeauty Рік тому +5

      I agree as well. My boy is my regal beauty! 😸

    • @Memento_Mori_Morals
      @Memento_Mori_Morals Рік тому +1

      They are not so regal when playing and they floof up and do the halloween-cat-pose. 😂 so fierce, always scares me! (Oddly enough I've only met one cat who did this while playing, and he was black.)

    • @modconned
      @modconned Рік тому +4

      My family also adopted two black cat sisters last year, and I can confirm ours are very regal looking. I like to think of them as miniature panthers.

    • @bossyboots5000
      @bossyboots5000 Рік тому +2

      Not only are they regal looking, but the go with every decor and outfit 😅

  • @sirpansy
    @sirpansy Рік тому +73

    I got my first cat when I was 4. He was a black cat I named Garfield. Even though I did some less than kind things to him as a small child. (Like playing barber with him and cutting off the whiskers on one side of his face.) Garfield loved me more than anyone else in the world. He died when I was 22. I literally grew up with him. I’ll never stop missing him.

    • @InformationIsTheEdge
      @InformationIsTheEdge Рік тому +10

      Sorry about the loss of your Garfield. Sounds like a great cat. My family had a beautiful, sleek, black cat before they had me. She died when she was 23 and I was 21. That void they leave behind, it never goes away. It just sucks a little less after about 30 or so years. So remember Garfield, tell your stories about him and share his quirks with new people and celebrate that memory of him!

    • @Pea_Green
      @Pea_Green Рік тому +5

      That's hard. I feel for you. 💔

  • @Tymtrvlr396
    @Tymtrvlr396 Рік тому +84

    What a timely video. Just this morning, i said good buy to my lovely boy Othello. He was the little general of the house for 13 wondeful years. He was absolutely the most intuitive and companionable black cat to share my life. He had his own barstool so he could oversee all kitchen prep work. He was always at the door to meet me when i came home from work. I will miss him so much.

    • @kaleya3d484
      @kaleya3d484 Рік тому +10

      I'm so sorry for your loss, what a wonderful boy.

    • @AllAboutCatsYT
      @AllAboutCatsYT  Рік тому +11

      Oh, what a sad day. I'm sorry for your loss-his role as kitchen supervisor sounds adorable and very special. All the best.

    • @RedRoseSeptember22
      @RedRoseSeptember22 Рік тому +10

      Ugh this is making me cry, I lost my purr baby back in March of this year :( her name was Catniss ♥

    • @sule4578
      @sule4578 Рік тому +5

      I have said "See you later, my beloved", to four black feline companions, so I know the pain. I miss them all so much. Best companions ever! I wish your dear heart much healing and comfort.

    • @cherylbabrick1482
      @cherylbabrick1482 Рік тому +5

      I'm so sorry for your loss. It's SO hard! Mine would always meet me at the door, as well.

  • @Batise
    @Batise 11 місяців тому +19

    I just adopted a black cat yesterday through the Humane Society. He appears to have come from an abusive home but we love him and are working to make a happy and safe home for this cutie.

    • @jessicajones3379
      @jessicajones3379 10 місяців тому +2

      Just give him time and he’ll come around 😇

  • @birajchhetri5917
    @birajchhetri5917 Рік тому +338

    I owned s black cat and we called him the monk of our house. He taught my entire family the true meaning of life and selfless love. On today's day 25th Oct 2022 it took its last breath and died when my entire family was together with him. We love him so much and miss him so much. I have tears gush down my eyes when I'm writing this. Thank you for posting this today, I was feeling empty the whole day but your video came as a blessing ❤

    • @hammypie
      @hammypie Рік тому +6

      I’m so sorry, I bet he was the BESTEST BOY ❤️❤️❤️😭

    • @jerrodmcdaniel2043
      @jerrodmcdaniel2043 Рік тому +3

      I'm so sorry for your loss as I write this to you. My eyes too or watering like a running river. I hope you both meet each other and have an Amen.

    • @ElizabethHernandez-zj9oi
      @ElizabethHernandez-zj9oi Рік тому

      My most sincere condolences and prayers for you and your family. May he rest in peace in kitty heaven ❤️🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽

    • @birajchhetri5917
      @birajchhetri5917 Рік тому

      Thank you@@ElizabethHernandez-zj9oi

    • @ladyt2881
      @ladyt2881 10 місяців тому

      😢loved forever

  • @GiuseppeSan
    @GiuseppeSan Рік тому +115

    My black male kitty has the most unique personality I've ever seen in a cat - not shy, super vocal & demanding, trainable (thanks to his extreme treat motivation), and also very sweet and cuddly, when he wants to be. And he's very much a follower, always needs to be right there next to us, and sleeps with us every night. He converted my originally "dog-person-only" wife into a full-blown "cat person." 😊

    • @manz5435
      @manz5435 Рік тому +12

      Mine was the same. At the night he would have come to me asking to stretch my hands, so he can put his head on the palm of my hand and sleep. He was like a kind human. IK it's a weird thing to say, but when he passed away, I felt I missed something greater than my family. A year and half and I still can't help myself not to think about him every day. Cuddle your buddy everyday bro, every second is a bliss.

    • @mericchan925
      @mericchan925 Рік тому +6

      I think all 3 of us in this little comment thread might be sharing the same cat. 😂

    • @LeighBMo
      @LeighBMo Рік тому +4

      Our black kitty, Anchovy, did the same to my once "dog person" husband. My husband says he is now a full convert "cat person". Anchovy has such an angel personality. We call him our puppy-kitty. He greets us at the door, mingles with guests, and mostly has a go-with-the-flow personality. He loves to cuddle his humans too.

    • @patriciafavela1010
      @patriciafavela1010 Рік тому +3

      Same with my husband!!! But it was our grey white medium haired cat , Rose Meown’ Rosie, who converted him and has now fallen completely IN LOVE with our new member Mr. Black Kitty, Lucious. He’s just so lovable!!! More so then our other 2 females. The other one is a calico kitty she’s 19 yrs young. ❤

    • @sadiai3144
      @sadiai3144 Рік тому +3

      Same as my black cat he’s the life of the home ! He’s a naughty boy ❤

  • @panatypical
    @panatypical Рік тому +94

    I adopted Queenie from a rescue organization sponsored at Petco. When I got home and was looking over the paperwork, I saw that she was nearly a year-and-a-half old. She had been brought into a Los Angeles County animal shelter branch, then taken to south Orange County adoption fairs, and subsequently to the adoption fair at Petco in Anaheim, the city where I live. I have several cats, so I'm not prepared to adopt at the drop of a hat. The day I saw Queenie, I promised her that if no one adopted her, I would by a specific date. I began saving up for her, and the day before that date, I walked out of that Petco with my special black cat girl.

    • @rosalindalay4499
      @rosalindalay4499 Рік тому +12

      U r awesome 👍😎

    • @strand-dx8pu
      @strand-dx8pu Рік тому +4

      Awww… thank you sooo much. I’m sure Queenie is living her absolute best life with you. I CANT THANK YOU ENOUGH!!!!

  • @dfisher1209
    @dfisher1209 7 місяців тому +10

    I currently have 6 black cats in my home. *Not original family plan ;) however I would not change a thing! My neighborhood has had a huge spike in the feral colony since 2020; people have turned their cats out, many literally moving/ leaving them behind to fend for themselves, it is heartbreaking. It is my experience that the other color cats are adopted & the beautiful black kittens are left behind.. we've literally placed 30+ kittens and only 1 black kitten. Ending with me foster-failing.. & then they live with me forever ♡ .. hence my herd growth in last four years. There is a small band of neighbors who catch, fix & home those we are able. But it is an uphill battle to feed & watch over so many - indoors & outdoors. Our shelters do not take cats.. so very thankful to those who open their hearts, homes & finances to help out!

  • @haloo_haybay
    @haloo_haybay Рік тому +101

    We adopted a black cat last Aug who had clearly been dumped. He was starving and exhausted. Today, he’s very happy (he has the loudest purr) and robust. I adore him.❤

    • @samscarletta7433
      @samscarletta7433 Рік тому +9

      So grateful for kind people like you who take care of these sweet felines.❤️🥀

    • @circleofleaves2676
      @circleofleaves2676 Рік тому +5

      I'm glad he has a safe home with you now. What did you name him?

    • @haloo_haybay
      @haloo_haybay Рік тому +3

      @@circleofleaves2676 Ari, he’s the cutest!

    • @circleofleaves2676
      @circleofleaves2676 Рік тому +4

      @@haloo_haybay His name is so close to the name of my soul-cat, Arian, who died last year at age 22 (a black cat of course). She was so precious to me.

  • @bronwyn3896
    @bronwyn3896 Рік тому +155

    My black cat showed up at my farm house a few years ago. I believe he was set out by somebody in the dead of night. His coat was dull, he was skinny, and just looked close to death. Now he is so healthy and beautiful, and got so big. His coat is shiny and jet black. He is precious.

    • @susanreiss1112
      @susanreiss1112 10 місяців тому +3

      I think it is such a travesty that anyone could think a beautiful black cat is not a loving cat. I'm thinking of getting a young female kitten to keep me company since I live in an independent nursing home. The reason I want an all black is because they are known to be loving cats.

    • @CandiceLawless-li4fd
      @CandiceLawless-li4fd 10 місяців тому

      I just read recently that they are known as the best spiritual protectors of all the colors. And that they can remove all negative energy from a home and their owners. ❤

  • @eamonnsiocain6454
    @eamonnsiocain6454 Рік тому +160

    One of my aunts used to rescue feral cats. She was, I guess you might say, a cat whisperer. Somehow, the feral cats seemed to trust her. She would take them to the vet and socialise them by gently petting them and speaking softly to them. When they were used to the human touch, she would give them to family and friends. She gave me a black kitten when I was young. He lived to be twenty and died when I was in my mid-twenties. He had been with me for most of my life. The loss was devastating. He still holds an especial place in my heart and I firmly believe I will see him again in heaven.

    • @cynthiagonzalez658
      @cynthiagonzalez658 Рік тому +8

      I say, if I get to heaven and my pets aren't there, I'm gonna seriously protest.

    • @tigerofwu
      @tigerofwu Рік тому

      🖤

    • @ezmaward2122
      @ezmaward2122 Рік тому +3

      reading this melted my heart, I currently have a black cat and he's so used to nose boops now haha he's just chill about it, even lightly poking his toes haha. his name is Ezra and he has a special spot in my heart 🥰

    • @jrnfw4060
      @jrnfw4060 Рік тому +6

      People who don't have pets don't understand the bonding on both sides, between human and animal. Pets are companions. They're friends. They aren't "just an animal", as is the attitude of many who can't appreciate the gifts that animals are to us, usually because they've never experienced the companionship a pet provides. Yes, when you have to have one put down for some reason, it really, REALLY hurts! It's losing a loved one, just as the death of a beloved person is losing a loved one. I've cried many times when veterinarians have told me their is nothing they can do for my cat, and the kindest thing is to have him euthanized. Yes, it's the right thing to do in some cases, but golly, that DOESN'T make it any easier!
      Do cats go to heaven? Why not? It's certainly possible, and I think a loving God understands how happy our companion animals make us, and would include our continued relationship with our pets as part of the rich love and total bliss we would have there. It's up to God, of course, but in heaven we would need nothing and want for nothing, so I believe that means our pets shall be there for us. Just my belief, but it's heartfelt.

    • @richardcline1337
      @richardcline1337 Рік тому +1

      @@jrnfw4060 it is amazing how a creature so small can take such a huge piece of our hearts when they have to go. I have five little cedar caskets on my dresser with the ashes of much loved cats that have crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. To me, my cats are not pets, they are my children that just happen to walk on four paws, are covered in fur and purr!

  • @skylarrosesbell6506
    @skylarrosesbell6506 Місяць тому +4

    Iv always wanted to adopt a black cat or foster one, keep up the amazing work to help these cuddly babies! All cats deserve love.

  • @maryb3909
    @maryb3909 Рік тому +51

    My black cat's name is Gus. We found him abandoned at 4 weeks old. He grew up with two yorkies. Now he's twice their size and spoiled rotten. Love my baby Gus.

    • @NormalChannel95
      @NormalChannel95 Рік тому +1

      But you can call him sus

    • @tonip2614
      @tonip2614 Рік тому +1

      I got by boy at 4 weeks as well. He was so tiny that I thought he'd be a normal sized cat if we boosted his immune system and gave him protein feed of sorts. He turned out to be a 58cm , 6.8kg panther. I have to position myself in a sumo squat stance to pick him up 😅 he loves cuddles, sleeping under the covers and occasionally sleeping my limbs dead. Vet has assured me that he's not a chonk, it's his genetic makeup that makes him such a big boy.

  • @ilianaliscano1048
    @ilianaliscano1048 Рік тому +89

    I had a black girl named Sheba, now my angel. She was the sweetest cat I had ever seen, with a unique personality, like a little person in a cat suit. God bless black cats. Please adopt black cats , you will never regret it❤🐈‍⬛

    • @HeronCalaris
      @HeronCalaris Рік тому +7

      "Now my angel..." what a beautiful way to say it.
      💕

    • @RedRoseSeptember22
      @RedRoseSeptember22 Рік тому +3

      @@HeronCalaris Yep my angel kitty is in Heaven watching over me now ♥

    • @DeeLite220
      @DeeLite220 Рік тому

      Same with mine now. I wasn’t ready for another cat. Nope, nope nooo I said. But she was gentle and kind. My roommate was rehoming her during quarantine. I could have moved on knowing she would be fine. But It was her personality. She is loving, she was just determined that I was hers. I wasnt over my last babies, but she was irresistible ❤. and she’s clearly been through some stuff. My current vet just found BB’s in her chest and butt. Who could do that? She’s only approx 4-6 years old. My sweet baby. I call her my money pit. She has cost me a fortune with health issues, but she is so, so worth it. Her great big eyes and her paws bopping me awake every morning. I love spoiling her sweet heart.

  • @CarmenRodriguez-cr9os
    @CarmenRodriguez-cr9os Рік тому +74

    My black cats name is Pichael (pronounced like Michael). I adopted him at 8 weeks. He is the smartest cat I have ever encountered. He knows how to fetch and do various tricks! He has a bit of a sassy attitude and is very vocal about his needs. He will demand playtime and attention 24/7. He also gives the best cuddles and is very loyal to his owners. I love him more than anything and he brings happiness to my life ❤

    • @GiuseppeSan
      @GiuseppeSan Рік тому +3

      Sounds a lot like mine! 😊

    • @robadams5799
      @robadams5799 Рік тому +1

      "Pichael"??

    • @tr0picknowledge
      @tr0picknowledge Рік тому +1

      Aww so wholesome! Also Pichael makes me think of the interdenominational cable twins Pichael and Michael from Rick and Morty

    • @CarmenRodriguez-cr9os
      @CarmenRodriguez-cr9os Рік тому +3

      @@tr0picknowledge that is who he was named after hahaha 😂

    • @jccote6059
      @jccote6059 Рік тому +3

      My wife train our black cat to ring a bell when he wants a threat.

  • @Dimas_One
    @Dimas_One Рік тому +9

    I recently lost a black cat due to cancer, and after some weeks we decided to adopt another black cat. They are sweet and loving... Just love black cats a lot. Thank you for the video!

  • @firstklasshealthandwellnes1077
    @firstklasshealthandwellnes1077 Рік тому +175

    WE LOVE black cats and are extremely partial to them! They are such beautiful creatures and it makes me sick to think there is such a bias around them. If people only knew...
    I love that there is a black cat rescue!! I just might make all my donations to THEM!! Thanks for posting this!

    • @imgone1078
      @imgone1078 Рік тому +22

      My cats have always been black and I forget that people don’t like them compared to other cats. I never understood why. I think black cats are amazing.

    • @alejandroc7357
      @alejandroc7357 Рік тому +4

      @@imgone1078religious nuts 😂

    • @hazmania4794
      @hazmania4794 Рік тому +5

      People who don’t like black (or any other color) cats should be put in a room with a bunch of kittens. (I saw a video like that once, and it turned out that the people who said they ‘don’t like cats’ never experienced a furry purry in their laps.

    • @firstklasshealthandwellnes1077
      @firstklasshealthandwellnes1077 Рік тому +4

      @@hazmania4794 wow, interesting but probably true nonetheless! They don't know what they are missing out on! I remember I made homemade kombucha and I asked my husband if he wanted some. He said I don't like kombucha. I said have you ever tried it, he said yes and it was terrible! I said well you haven't tried mine so at least try it. He refused for several weeks but then he tried it and couldn't believe how good it was! He said it doesn't taste like this at the stores! I said because it's not homemade 😉. I'm sure the same holds true with people and animals. They may have had a bad experience and just assume that animals are bad all around or not worthy of our attention, love and affection. Sad for them...

  • @Grianan66
    @Grianan66 Рік тому +209

    After losing my 18 year "old lady baby," Kitiara in 2020, I went to the shelter to adopt the oldest cat there so I could give her the best senior years in honor of Kitiara. I was introduced to a 12ish year old black cat who had been there for nearly a year. She started purring as soon as I held her. I named her Nyxie and we've been best friends ever since.

    • @smokeycat007
      @smokeycat007 11 місяців тому +14

      I love that you went for a senior to give them their best golden years. That's so beautiful. Glad you found her! ❤

    • @midgie1166
      @midgie1166 11 місяців тому +3

      Bless you

    • @dawnscott3432
      @dawnscott3432 11 місяців тому +3

      Bless you

    • @laurensa.1803
      @laurensa.1803 11 місяців тому +4

      I wish her a long and healthy life. 😄

    • @Grianan66
      @Grianan66 11 місяців тому +3

      Thank you all so much! She's lying beside me on her heating pad (very low heat and only when someone is home) while I watch UA-cam videos. She's not spoiled, just blessed. 😹

  • @deafoster977
    @deafoster977 Рік тому +94

    I am a dog person whom in recent years gained 7 cats. Most friendly, loving character award goes to my black cat! I believe a cat's personality has a lot to do with its human experience. But time and time again, the black cat has proven to me to be very loving. My emotional support comes from my black cat. Love him!!! He's rusty but hasn't spent 10 hours outside since he was born. I never did find a home for him as a kitten so I kept him. One of the best decisions I made!

  • @mlech6634
    @mlech6634 6 місяців тому +8

    A black cat came to my back door last September, at 1:30 in the morning. Our family tends to be night owls. I was walking into the kitchen when the movement in the darkness and the meows caught my attention. Turning on the light, it revealed the little sweetheart with his paws against the glass. He seemed friendly, possibly lost and hungry. Letting him in, he was very sweet and rubbed against my legs, orbiting under me. He let me pet him and rubbed against my hand. We'd lost our family cat about a year prior, and still had some food left. Finding some, I offered this little guy some and he was very grateful. My dad came in and expressed mixed emotions, half approving and half grumbling, not uncommon for him, remarking "It must be someone's cat. You'd better let him back outside." This little guy had no collar or other indication of ownership though, only the fact I confirmed he was a neutered boy. He wasn't starvingly thin, but wasn't necessarily well fed either. Spending a little time with him, I acquiesced and let him back out. "If he's supposed to come back, I'll see him again," were my thoughts. About a week and a half passed... And that night, someone showed up at the door again like before. There he was, looking up with his adorable face. Amusingly, before I could open the door, my dad did. Seeing him again brought me joy I hadn't felt in a long while. Bounding and prrrping in, again rubbing my legs and talking to me. Feeding him again with soft and hard food, he gratefully feasted. Not knowing how his behavior would be, I opted to set him up in our garage first. Male cats sometimes spray even if neutered, or might display other behaviors. It gave him a chance to be protected while we both figured out if this would be home. Setting him up with water, food, a pillow and blanket to sleep, the journey began. Each morning I would come greet him, feed him, and bring him inside for a while. At bedtime, he'd go back to his temporary "kitty jail." Putting his picture out online, no one claimed him. Only some false positives that were verified as other cats, who thankfully were also reunited with their missing fuzzys. After a week, I took my little buddy into the local clinic to check for a chip. No chip was found. So no prior ownership could be established. He was the sweetest guy from the beginning. Waiting another 2 weeks, I took him to my regular vet and had a full checkup and had him chipped. Within that time, he did sneak out once when my dad opened the house door while I was away at work. A bit concerned, I prayed. The next morning while taking trash out, I heard a familiar voice meowing at me and localized it.. There he was, on my neighbor's roof! He pranced over and came down onto the wall and down to me, following me inside. Naturally, quite to my relief. He came back with a clean bill of health at the vet. He was a good boy for his first visit too, no real struggles. It's time to bring him inside to stay, and so he's been in with us ever since. He brings my disabled mom joy, my elderly father too, and me of course.. as tough as I may be in the world, he's my little buddy that stole my heart. He's my gift from God and I am blessed to have him. He has such big paws too, everyone remarks at them. For being a part time spaz, his long name is "Jumpin Jack Flash" for when he does his zoomies. He also loves digging, and not always where he should, so my girlfriend named him "Jack the Ripper." Mostly, he's just Jack. ❤🖤💙 Our little girl prior to him was with us 16 years, also a rescued stray from up a tree. And prior to her with some overlap, my first cat of 24 amazing years. Jack reminds me of him, even though he was a different breed, their personalities are similar. I can only pray to be blessed with him so long. 🙏

    • @EE-uj6tw
      @EE-uj6tw 3 місяці тому +1

      What a sweet story,thanks😺

  • @rhondacharlett8216
    @rhondacharlett8216 Рік тому +73

    My first black cat was sitting in my driveway when I arrived home one evening 11 years ago. It was like she was just waiting for me to show up so she could let me know she chose me. How could I say no?!? I now have 3 black cats and am very biased. Black cats rule! Thank you for doing this video. I now understand why my youngest cat sometimes looks rusty brown.

    • @Pea_Green
      @Pea_Green Рік тому +3

      Hi to another 3 black cat girl.

    • @freespirit3891
      @freespirit3891 Рік тому +1

      ​@@Pea_Green I've always had 3 at a time, my oldest just passed at 18. She would let me rub her tummy which most cats wouldn't let you do, she was a Hemmingway. (so was her sister that passed years ago due to kidney problems). My other two are 8 and 14. I'm down to 2 now, would love another, but.... as I'm 75, I'm sure still going to love these two to death. 🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛ Have had Calicos and personality doesn't compare. Blackies rule!

    • @redbaron474
      @redbaron474 Рік тому +1

      Yep, that's the best way to go with cats - don't just choose THEM, See if THEY will choose YOU.

  • @the_eerie_faerie_tales
    @the_eerie_faerie_tales Рік тому +45

    Black cats are SEVERELY underrepresented in ADs, pet food packaging, and posters at the vet.... think I've only ever seen it **one** time and it stood out to me because it's so rare.

  • @toddgiambruno
    @toddgiambruno Рік тому +57

    I adopted a black short hair in February. His name is Spout. He’s a rescue and was suffering from hypothermia and jaundice. He’s great!!! Very loving and full of personality!!! He’s 16 mos old now.

  • @kricketlangendoerfer8387
    @kricketlangendoerfer8387 6 місяців тому +4

    I've loved all black animals from horses, to dogs, to cats, bids, & gerbils. Owned them all (except black birds) at different times of my life. I love their shiney coats & when the two black cats in my thumbnail would sleep cuddled together, sometimes they looked like one in the many pics I have of them cuddled together sleeping.
    Black cats are special. Super loving & I've always kept mine indoors, safe from Lukemia & cars. They use 3rd floor balcony for fresh air & cat doors to go in & out of. I've owned 5 so & just love them. My purrbabies always. 🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛

  • @jvweiss160
    @jvweiss160 Рік тому +46

    We have a black cat I rescued as a kitten. I put out a live trap after several months of leaving food outdoors for him - and he broke a record, triggering the trap before I could return inside. He's become my husband's companion cat and follows him everywhere. Highly intelligent, very social & happily enjoying an indoor life.

  • @sloopy5191
    @sloopy5191 Рік тому +47

    I've had numerous cats through my life, but my little black baby was the best of them all. Loyal, loving and very protective. I'd give away much to have her back again.

  • @cjpew
    @cjpew Рік тому +34

    I've always had dogs (still do) but my rescue black girl Kiki is very special to me. So glad we found her.

  • @rockzhard2009
    @rockzhard2009 11 місяців тому +5

    live out in the country, got a yard full of cats, dogs, and ducks. all well feed and taken care of. 4 of the cats are shiny jet black. their my favorites. one is 13 years old. Beck Beck, she's my kitty girl.

  • @maryannl5846
    @maryannl5846 Рік тому +39

    My black cat Avery showed up on my windowsill 4 years ago crying for food & warmth. He is such a snuggly cuddle bug & I love him to bits. Now lives the pampered indoor life & there’s not 1 spooky thing about him 🖤

  • @berthaduniverse
    @berthaduniverse Рік тому +167

    A little over a year ago, we suddenly lost a Siamese to pancreatitis. We went through and tried many of the "Rescue" groups, and the filtering process was disheartening. So we found a Siamese (we like their talkative nature) at a not-so-close county shelter. As we arrived for our appointment, a young family was leaving with the Siamese we went to visit. Not wanting to abandon the search, we went to visit other candidates. There was one, a large, adult, black, male that latched on to us, and was talking to us at every turn. He was in no way what we were looking for (non Siamese, big, male, adult, and black), but over the past year, he has proven to be the best companion I've had in my 60+ years of having cats... Only downside, he's hard to photograph...

    • @ThyGirlnextdoor
      @ThyGirlnextdoor Рік тому +15

      There are videos on how to photograph a black cat. 🐱

    • @robertawalsh2995
      @robertawalsh2995 Рік тому +11

      We have had 5 black cats since the first one in 1976. Our black cat Linus is lean and lanky and, if he's awake, he's talking! He hasn't been genetically tested and he was picked up as a stray, so we have no idea what his parentage is but we're thinking there is some Siamese in his background. I agree that photographing a black cat is difficult but I have had a little success. What works for me is not using the flash but having good light coming from further away behind me.

    • @jeffbiddle1956
      @jeffbiddle1956 Рік тому +7

      They really aren’t hard to photograph. You just take a picture like any other cat. You’re just not going to get a ton of facial expressions 😂 You will get attitude from their golden eyes, though.

    • @berthaduniverse
      @berthaduniverse Рік тому +4

      @@jeffbiddle1956 (in retirement) I'm a photographer, and I probably know how to shoot (light-painting, nightscapes, and astro are kinda my thing), I just have a high expectation of what I think is "good enough". To be clear, most of the time, it's far harder to shoot a black subject, indoors, in low light, w/o a flash, than say a light colored subject... Add to that, cellphones have only recently started to attempt to address the topic, so most "candid" shots are... well less than "good enough" IMO. Add to that, I agree with that comment in the video.

    • @mlmalibu
      @mlmalibu Рік тому +9

      Photography tip: I take pictures of my cat when he's climbing the tree outside, during the day, and he looks stunning! The black actually shines a lot surrounded by green.

  • @blondie2775
    @blondie2775 Рік тому +252

    My black cat just passed away recently after 17 wonderful years with her. She was by far the BEST cat I've ever had and I've had many in my life. I will definitely get another black cat. It makes me sad that there is a stigma to black cats because they deserve happy homes.

    • @kathleensawyer2543
      @kathleensawyer2543 Рік тому +5

      I'm so sorry for your loss ❤

    • @AnnV918
      @AnnV918 Рік тому +5

      My Lyra is 15 and I loathe knowing that we have more years behind us than in front of us. Hugs to you. ❤

    • @blondie2775
      @blondie2775 Рік тому +1

      @@AnnV918 I know. Its so hard to say goodbye. Our fur babies never are with us long enough.

    • @blondie2775
      @blondie2775 Рік тому +1

      @@kathleensawyer2543 Thank you. Its so hard to say goodbye no matter how many times you have to do it. 😣

    • @georgehays4908
      @georgehays4908 Рік тому +3

      Sorry for your loss , from George and his 2 black Betty's. ...... Inky and Spooky ! I love them so much .

  • @dennismitchell5414
    @dennismitchell5414 10 місяців тому +1

    I just adopted a 2 year old black cat that my ex had been feeding and looking after since he was a kitten ( he's around two years old now ) and he's definitely helping me deal with my depression , loneliness and partial disability and is a lot of fun to have in my life . I've had him for two weeks and think's nothing of head butting me for attention and lying on my desktop when I do paperwork etc.

  • @Brabdog
    @Brabdog Рік тому +62

    Our all-black rescue cat, Sparky, recently passed. He was the most loving, affectionate cat we’ve ever had. Unusual for cats, he would make and hold eye contact, much like a dog. RIP Sparky.

    • @strand-dx8pu
      @strand-dx8pu Рік тому +4

      I’m so sorry to hear that… I hope you’re doing okay after his passing. He sounded like a very sweet baby and you both were so lucky to have eachother. ❤

  • @1313purpledragon
    @1313purpledragon Рік тому +63

    I have been blessed to be found by black cats literally my whole life of almost 53 years. I was a toddler when I had my first black cat; and throughout my life, they always seem to come to me. They are my absolute favorite type of cat; and I am sad to know that there are so many black cat haters out there! 😔Keep up the great work at the Black Cat Holistic Rescue; I am so happy that these places exist! I currently have 2 black furbabies & love them to pieces!

  • @CindyRussi.
    @CindyRussi. Рік тому +33

    I am in animal rescuer/ foster and I currently have three black cat fosters. The more I foster the more I realize how amazing black cats are. They are truly my favorite now, and the fact that they have this horrible stigma is literally heartbreaking. And yes in fact it is true that they are the most euthanized and harder to adopt color in cats. I’ve unfortunately had kittens that have grown up to be for adults with no interest for anyone to adopt them. So I encourage you if you were wanting to adopt a kitten, adopt a black cat they Will truly change your life. I currently have five black cats that are my personal cats and I love them beyond words.

  • @kusterflattail
    @kusterflattail Рік тому +5

    I and my gal rescued 2 females from our local humane society, and one was a black female named Midah. She is an absolute sweetie , she is my gals cat, and the other named Ankah is an obvious feral they warned us was a biter and constantly hissing, she is my cat and is my buddy. Love your channel. Merry Christmas.

  • @brianasantacruz3921
    @brianasantacruz3921 Рік тому +48

    I had a black cat who passed recently. He was a huge 20 lb cat but was not overweight as he was just big all around. Used to get bullied by my kittens. Huge scaredy cat. He was absolutely terrified of bags. I miss him. He gave the best hugs.

    • @Magdis_Plantitas
      @Magdis_Plantitas Рік тому +1

      😢

    • @CorpseBride64
      @CorpseBride64 Рік тому

      Isn't that funny, my black cat is afraid of bags too! It's so strange. I've had him since he was a kitten and nothing bad ever happened to him. But, he fears the trash bags when I change the trash. It's super weird, LoL.

    • @valerieking5265
      @valerieking5265 Рік тому

      @brianasnatacruz@3921, I'm sorry to hear about your cat passing away. I have 4 kittens that are 3 months old right now. Three of the kittens are all black and the 4th kitten is a tuxedo black and white kitten. I live in Florida if you are interested in adopting one of them.

    • @juanita_rocksteady2761
      @juanita_rocksteady2761 Рік тому

      My black cat Jett was afraid of bags too! I had 16 wonderful years with him. My new black kitty Tinkerbelle isn't afraid of bags. She really isn't afraid of much.❤🐈‍⬛️

  • @montygatwick1829
    @montygatwick1829 Рік тому +136

    My black cat has saved my life. I’ve had a very hard year and there have been many times when he’s the only thing stopping me from going to really dark places. He’s my sun and stars.

    • @marlsmccolgan
      @marlsmccolgan 10 місяців тому +11

      I hope things are better for you. I suffer pain and depression and my black cats heal me in a similar way. I wish you the very best and hope your future is bright ❤

    • @Pin-TCM
      @Pin-TCM 10 місяців тому +7

      Always remember that you must be there to protect and love them, It is good to hear you have a black cat buddy to help with your struggles.

    • @Seven.And.The.RaggedTiger
      @Seven.And.The.RaggedTiger 10 місяців тому +10

      I know that feeling.. I ended up divorced after 28yrs married,and 5 months later my mom passed away,Drake(my profile pic) has been my complete comfort and companion through this.. I forever grateful to him for this.. he's a wonderful ❤️ loving boy 😊🌹

    • @Zapotec-Tribe-Mexica
      @Zapotec-Tribe-Mexica 9 місяців тому +3

      Same!🖤🐈‍⬛🥺🥰

    • @danielapel1976
      @danielapel1976 9 місяців тому +2

      Survived the winter because of my black kitten. Iam not sure that i would have cared for heating this winter, without him.

  • @anneharley5319
    @anneharley5319 Рік тому +48

    I’ve had 2 black cats. One was from a rescue charity. Both were crazy, loving and adorable and lived long happy lives

  • @MKJC81
    @MKJC81 6 місяців тому +2

    I have two black cats. They are the sweetest cats ever! They are talkative and give lots of love. My older one will extend his paw for a shake as he greets ya or when he wants pets. Our younger one literally says hello and hey when he enters the room. Lol

  • @beckathawrecka
    @beckathawrecka Рік тому +24

    Mine found me as a kitten, I was feeding her outside and providing a safe space for her to eat and stay. After about a week she decided to follow me inside the house and 2 years later she's a happy and healthy indoor black cat. I absolutely love her and the fact that she chose me makes me feel so special. Cats are a gift to us all and are amazing!

  • @Cattitude48
    @Cattitude48 Рік тому +50

    My black cat Lexi followed me everywhere. When I saw her st the shelter she was sleeping with her back to visitors. I looked at other cats, but kept going back to her. We had a special connection. I was devastated when she passed at 18. Our other black cat, Jordan, had terrible sinus problems and as she got older she went blind. She was such a trooper though and loved her brushing and attention. In her last few months she had dementia. I learned about perseverance from Jordan. Some day I'll adopt another 🐈‍⬛.

  • @cloverfield911
    @cloverfield911 Рік тому +28

    I have 7 black cats, and they all live happy full lives. Have had more in the past. They are full of love and affection.

    • @SnarkasticSunny
      @SnarkasticSunny Рік тому +3

      How do you tell them apart? Collars maybe?

    • @cloverfield911
      @cloverfield911 Рік тому +3

      @@SnarkasticSunny Every black cat has it's own look and personilty. Just like every human has a different face. They are quite easy to tell apart.

  • @freddobbs2011
    @freddobbs2011 Рік тому +2

    Many stray cats around here. I picked up two at a construction site as kittens. Both males. Got them fixed and vaxed. One of them is the most loving cat. A real people person. I have 5 cats, and everyone always remarks on the black cat, Darryl. The other one, Mr. B, is more of an outdoor adventurous type. The two of them together gang up on my female cats (two tabbies and a torty). I don't think it's serious. More like a dysfunctional family. They always greet each other with nose kisses before starting in with the hissing and chasing. Mr. B has white paws. He likes to lie down on something black (like a suitcase or a garbage bag). He'll tuck in his white paws and he becomes invisible. Never a dull moment.

  • @ardentaxiom
    @ardentaxiom Рік тому +35

    Way back in 2005 when I was 19 years old, I had gone through a mental health crisis and was hospitalized for suicidal behavior. My therapist suggested I adopt a pet as part of my therapy plan, she thought it would be good for me to focus my time and energy on caring for something.
    I was living with my parents at the time and was a bit limited on what type of pet I could adopt. I went to the nearest shelter and was looking around at the animals there, I was pretty certain that I was going to adopt a cat, they've been a major part of my family life throughout my childhood.
    At the shelter the staff showed me the litters of kittens they had, they said they go quickly so recommended I pick one out sooner rather than later. In one of the rooms they had a solid black cat and a solid white kitten. I asked if it was a mother cat and her kitten and they said no, they both were kittens and unrelated but had similar temperaments so they were paired together.
    The black one was a boy and he was huge, despite them estimating that he was only 5 months old. The staff at the shelter said the little white girl kitten would likely be adopted soon but that he was unlikely to be adopted because he was so big and black, and would likely be euthanized. So, needless to say, I adopted him and he lived a pampered and lavish indoor lifestyle for about thirteen years before passing from treatment resistant urinary tract issues.
    In terms of how people treat cats here in the midwest part of the USA, many people see them as uncontrolled pests, no matter what color they are. Young men especially tend to find joy in running them over when possible, or shooting them, as if it is some kind of game. They would never do such things to dogs and would think it criminal, yet their bias keeps them from seeing their own barbaric behavior.
    Feral cat populations are certainly a problem, no one is arguing against that, but there are more humane ways to controlling populations and controlling the spread of diseases between those populations than using cruelty and violence. For example there is a local vet clinic that will vaccinate, spay, or neuter any feral cat you can trap and bring in at a low cost.

    • @uptick888
      @uptick888 Рік тому +6

      ardentaxiom- Thank you for sharing. I’m glad the kitty help you get well. Did you know there pairing is healing to humans.
      I have a black kitty I adopted another kitty to the past. He sees him in spirit running around my house. No, your kitty is with you always...

  • @debdawson4809
    @debdawson4809 Рік тому +256

    I had 6 black cats, I was a home renter and always took excellent care of my pets, fixed, vaccinated, clean and had very happy animals. I always got positive reviews from landlords when I needed to move. What my landlords didn't know is I only said I had 3 black cats when in reality I had six. It dawned on me that only I could tell the difference between my babies. And my cats tended to not be all in one spot at one time. This worked well for me.

    • @bossyboots5000
      @bossyboots5000 Рік тому +22

      This cracked me up. 😅 very clever

    • @mmartian1969
      @mmartian1969 Рік тому +15

      It took my neighbor a while to figure out I have 2 black cats (brother and sister)

    • @jessicaveylan4265
      @jessicaveylan4265 Рік тому +14

      Yassssssss thanks for the tip!

    • @simonmultiverse6349
      @simonmultiverse6349 Рік тому +17

      Here are some facts about black cats: (1) They are black; (2) They are black; (3) They are black; (4) They are black; (5) They are black; (6) They are black; (7) They are black; (8) They are black.
      There's a bonus fact, but you'll probably never get it.

    • @lucyb7929
      @lucyb7929 Рік тому +2

      I applaud you!!

  • @sojinnn
    @sojinnn Рік тому +32

    My black cat is named Matcha and he is definitely my soul mate. Black cats are truly special beings and I hope more people open up their hearts and homes to them.

  • @tuxitalk1World
    @tuxitalk1World Рік тому +5

    I love black cats and they have wonderful personalities and are so affectionate. There was a family of black cats who were strays in our neighborhood that we rescued and we had the older father cat, his daughter and a son. We could tell by their affection with each other that they were very close. The oldest was starting to have some gray hairs in his fur. His daughter, Bev, we brought in first because she was pregnant. Next came her father Magic and as soon as he came in the door, he ran to Bev and started washing her head. They were always together. Salem had been with Magic, and we were able to bring him in the next day in the humane trap. So, all cats went to the vet, Magic was already "fixed", so apparently he was an abandoned cat, Bev had her kittens and we kept 3 and our vet adopted out the other 3 at his adoption center. Salem was neutered and Bev spayed, once she was done nursing. And the 3 kittens, Socks, Saffron and Sage were all spay/neutered. That had been many years ago, and Saffron is the last surviving cat of the family. All the cats lived long lives, but Sage died the youngest at 12, due to cancer. They were all wonderful cats and very affectionate.

  • @jc441-i3q
    @jc441-i3q Рік тому +43

    Our first cat was a black rescue cat. The people at the cattery said black cats are often overlooked for adoption and this one has been there a while without anyone adopting him. We took him home and he was our beloved pet for 11 years until he died a few months ago. When we decide to adopt a new cat I wouldn't say no to another black one. I think they look wonderful.

  • @mab_cat
    @mab_cat Рік тому +26

    Our baby Salem is the sweetest thing! We don't know what we'd do without her. Hearing the story about the black cats being run over makes me want to bawl my eyes out. They're such sweet babies!

  • @themenon
    @themenon Рік тому +41

    We adopted a black cat two years back and our lives have never been the same! She's been the sweetest and the most fun thing in our lives and loves us to bits!

  • @Daph112
    @Daph112 11 місяців тому +5

    It makes my blood boil how discriminatory we are not just against people of other color, but towards animals or certain colors.
    It was a black shelter cat that turned me into a cat lover. He was SO gentle and was the perfect buddy for me to learn how to hold a cat, and start to enjoy the company of a cat. He never scratched, never hissed, he was basically like a pillow. No matter what you try to do with him - lift him, hold him like a baby, put him on your shoulder, he's just calm and collected. I wanted to adopt him but he passed before I was able to move into a pet-friendly apartment.
    I now do TNR on my own as well as work with street feeders in other cities. I have my own 6 cats and have managed to make cat people out of my 4 family members, and they're now caring for 7 cats. And all that because of an encounter with a black cat 5 years ago.
    Had it been a calico or a ginger that I first interacted with (more sassy personalities), who knows?
    my parents now have 2 black cats, mom and son. But mom doesn't like her own son lol. Son is a timid scaredy boy and mom is as loyal as a dog, following my mom wherever she goes and screaming at her when she thinks my mom has gone past the "safe" zone lol
    All the black cats I've interacted with have been gentle individuals. ALL OF THEM. So I really don't understand the bias. It must be because of discrimination based on looks. It sucks. Humans suck.

  • @raycosman824
    @raycosman824 Рік тому +145

    I adopted my cat from a shelter over 8 years ago. She was the last of the litter to be adopted and only black one. I was told people didn’t want a black cat, what a mistake. She is the most loving, caring cat I have ever had, would never give her up for anything!

  • @sydecarnutz972
    @sydecarnutz972 Рік тому +39

    I got a black cat from a local shelter over two years back. Poor little guy had been in a cage with his 4 siblings for a year and watched his siblings all get adopted until only he was left. He was in pain from a poorly done neutering as well. He was really underdeveloped. Yet he was still so lovable to people! I took him home and over another year he grew into the awesome panther he was meant to be. He is loving, playful, an awesome greeter and loves his older orange brother. He likes our pitbull too! I've only known a few black cats in my life, but all were great cats!

    • @strand-dx8pu
      @strand-dx8pu Рік тому

      Oh no the last to be adopted… hurts my heart so much. Thank you for taking him to his full potential. There is a very special spot in heaven for people like you.

    • @strand-dx8pu
      @strand-dx8pu Рік тому +3

      Also nothing goes better with a black cat than an orange cat, let chaos ensue!

    • @colonelklink8175
      @colonelklink8175 Рік тому

      Thanks for your kindness. All the best.

  • @DanaCohen218
    @DanaCohen218 Рік тому +72

    I adopted 2 black kittens today - they are so sweet! I don’t know why anybody believes negative things about them, they are just like any other kitty! ❤They are welcome into our family! 😻😻😻

  • @leannetomlinson7711
    @leannetomlinson7711 10 місяців тому +1

    I saved a stray black cat, he is my best friend and the most affectionate cat I have. I have three other cats, and I love them all but he is just sooo special. I'm so glad we found each other ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @snuassauns
    @snuassauns Рік тому +32

    My daughter and her roommate bought rabbits off of a breeder and was given a black cat because they were getting rid if the left-over kittens after selling what they could.😢
    He is a huge cat at 12 months old and still growing. He is chill and loves his people.
    He walks on a leash with a harness, goes camping and even paddle boarding.
    He plays a little too hard with the other cats. He can't help himself. He is enthusiastic about everything!❤

  • @abdulhaqq6183
    @abdulhaqq6183 Рік тому +24

    My daughter adopted a black kitten 7 years ago, and he was the first cat who made me fall in love with cats. Since then I have been feeding the street cats, fostering their kittens to go to good homes. Thanks a lot "Monkey" my true champ!
    Alhumdulillah!

  • @tracylesatz1243
    @tracylesatz1243 Рік тому +149

    I just adopted two black cats yesterday, and I was so happy to see this video! They were rescued from a hoarding situation. They were in the shelter for 2 months. They have definitely stolen my ❤️
    Such sweet babies and I love their personalities. Thanks for helping these sweeties!

    • @HexiH04
      @HexiH04 Рік тому +4

      Thats so heroic❤

    • @laurendaryani4893
      @laurendaryani4893 Рік тому +3

      Thank you for being there for these sweet little guys!

    • @christopherbright1048
      @christopherbright1048 Рік тому +4

      I adopted 2 black cats most folks in my area don't want black cats they are great get along with my dogs & catch mice love these guys very friendly & affectionate can't imagine being without them panthers are great

    • @tracylesatz1243
      @tracylesatz1243 Рік тому +5

      @@christopherbright1048 Mini black panthers! I love that!

    • @tracylesatz1243
      @tracylesatz1243 Рік тому +4

      @@HexiH04 Thank you, I think all helpers of animals are heroic ❤️

  • @Nana-Opa
    @Nana-Opa 10 місяців тому +1

    ❤ our feral colony had a huge black Tom, lots and lots of black kittens. All fixed, no more babies!
    Our old man Soot was 23 yo.
    Adore the black cats!

  • @katharine5606
    @katharine5606 Рік тому +28

    Our 1st cat was a black dsh who “picked us” at the shelter. Best decision ever to bring him home. He passed in January at 17.5 years old, after 2 years of health troubles. It was heartbreaking to lose him. My daughter has adopted another black cat, knowing that the cat can never replace the first, but now just loving black cats.

  • @slinman100
    @slinman100 Рік тому +155

    We rescued an itty bitty black kitten several winters ago. He was a feral kitten-we were told he couldn’t be tamed! Of course we still have him and he’s a cuddler ❤️

    • @alllifematters
      @alllifematters Рік тому +4

      I rescued 6 feral kittens. 4 of them are solid black and it only takes minutes after sitting or laying down before they all migrate over to me and drape their tiny bodies across mine.. they are only about 7 weeks old but they stop mid play for cuddles , no problem!!

    • @cynthiasummers8238
      @cynthiasummers8238 Рік тому +6

      My feral boy, Blackie Lawless Velvet, was a godsend during covid. Being single, I was quite isolated. But Blackie gave me lots of hugs so I never felt lonely. Such a love!

    • @chazzcoolidge2654
      @chazzcoolidge2654 Рік тому +4

      ​@@cynthiasummers8238Blackie Lawless? damn I like ur taste in names as a WASP fan! My newest black cat is named Elvira.

    • @cynthiasummers8238
      @cynthiasummers8238 Рік тому +3

      @@chazzcoolidge2654 yeah Blackie Lawless Velvet. A badass cat with soft as velvet fur.

    • @NaNaTT549
      @NaNaTT549 Рік тому +1

      @@alllifematters Aren't they just the BEST at that age?🐈🐈🐈🐱

  • @AthenaisC
    @AthenaisC Рік тому +30

    We foster-failed in an all black male kitten last year. He just moved in and decided this was his home. His fashion-plate calico sisters were adopted quickly and everyone was happy. He's a love bug. ❤

    • @jcepri
      @jcepri Рік тому +2

      That's why I could never do that. There would be no room for me.

    • @AthenaisC
      @AthenaisC Рік тому +1

      @jeffc7339 there are lots of ways to help, so don't feel bad if fostering isn't right for you. ❤️

  • @nitedrummer931
    @nitedrummer931 Рік тому +1

    I adopted my black cat from the local shelter a year ago, he was not free, and he is amazing! I love him and he helps me a lot!

  • @corinne_vintage
    @corinne_vintage Рік тому +22

    My black cat Gunther (who crossed the Rainbow Bridge 3 years ago) was an absolute sweet heart. He was gigantic, he was goofy, he was loud, he purred super easily, and I just adored him. When I'm ready to adopt again I will be seeking at least one black cat, maybe 2. I have thought of fostering before but I wonder if I'd fall too in love with my fosters and end up with 38 cats...

    • @hazmania4794
      @hazmania4794 Рік тому +1

      Lol, I feel your pain! I cannot be trusted to walk into a shelter or pet store, because I’m not capable of walking out empty handed!

    • @grapegoober8278
      @grapegoober8278 Рік тому +1

      definitely couldn't foster. I, too, would end up with all the cats! Just don't understand people who say they don't like cats!!! They're nuts

    • @valerieking5265
      @valerieking5265 Рік тому +1

      @amberfritz852, I'm sorry to hear about your cat passing away. I have 4 kittens that are 3 months old right now. Three of the kittens are all black and the 4th kitten is a tuxedo black and white kitten. I live near Orlando, Florida if you are interested in adopting one of them.

    • @corinne_vintage
      @corinne_vintage Рік тому

      @@valerieking5265 thank you for the offer, I’m not ready to adopt again yet 🩷

  • @AshB_Watercolors
    @AshB_Watercolors Рік тому +61

    I currently have 4 black cats…. And couldn’t be happier! I rescued them all! And would never have it any other way. They are the sweetest babies ever!

  • @munequitamamita
    @munequitamamita Рік тому +9

    I adopted my black cat Nino in 2020 at 4 months old. He saw his first snow, Christmas and birthday with me with great awe and has become my greatest love in life. He’s fickle, fresh at times, playful and affectionate. I wouldn’t trade him for anything in the world. 🐈‍⬛

  • @billprice6458
    @billprice6458 10 місяців тому +1

    My black kitty saved my life in some ways. My mom passed and I desperately needed someone to love and take care of. She needed me too. She is the best pet I've ever had even though she's fully in charge of me.

  • @allyhenao4430
    @allyhenao4430 Рік тому +13

    Thank you for sharing! I am a black cat owner and part of the unofficial black cat fan club. I knew I wanted a black cat. All my friends have at least one. They are so beautiful. When I think of black cats I think of Egyptian gods, regalness, mystical, protection, and let's be real their cat hair is less visible everywhere. Like people, cats don't choose what their genetic physical attributes are. These stereotypes can have harsh repercussions on those affected. I do think black cats have become the most common type of cat as I've seen many strays have black coat these days but that shouldn't be a factor of how they are treated or looked at. People need to realize that your own mindset and beliefs are what dictates your actions and reality. I will forever love black cats. They need more love than ever.

    • @toddcooper2563
      @toddcooper2563 Рік тому +3

      You are so correct when you say black cats are beautiful. And you have a beautiful heart. Well said.

    • @sharonkraffert4871
      @sharonkraffert4871 Рік тому

      Absolutely agree! 😊

  • @janedont9491
    @janedont9491 Рік тому +119

    We adopted four cats. My daughters adopted a tabby and a grey cat five years ago. I got cat fever and wanted a black cat. The shelter had a black kitten that I immediately wanted to scoop up. When we filled out the adoption papers they had another black kitten who immediately stole our hearts. We've had "the twins" for a year and a half now. ❤

    • @skylarmichellex
      @skylarmichellex Рік тому

      😍

    • @TheEyez187
      @TheEyez187 10 місяців тому +1

      Cat Fever! lol That's a lifelong condition. I have 12 rescues, 6 are black, 3 of those are kittens!!
      NGL though, I HATE kittens!!
      They always grow up!! :( _ _ _
      .. even if you don't feed them properly!!
      lol jk! :D

  • @ricochet4842
    @ricochet4842 Рік тому +34

    I have a black cat. Beau is my second skin. He's 22 years old and going strong. He is so smart and I feel he know what I am saying. Beau is very protective and gets a little upset if I go very far without him. I would be lost without him. He's been a blessing in my life.😇

  • @kencosmooth5317
    @kencosmooth5317 7 місяців тому +3

    I have a black cat.i rescued him before he went into a cat shelter. His name is sonny .he has shared my hone for 2 years .hes awesome.

  • @shelliecarlson7015
    @shelliecarlson7015 Рік тому +11

    We went to Salt Lake Animal Control looking for a black cat. My wife really wanted a black cat. The female she found, really they found each other, is such a character. So much fun, and she even plays fetch. Love our Jade Lady!

  • @beckykay9178
    @beckykay9178 Рік тому +25

    We adopted a black kitten and his tuxedo brother in December. They are the best thing that has ever happened to us! They are both so sweet, smart, and loving! And the black one, Hugo, is absolutely hilarious-he is constantly providing comic relief. We love them both so much!

    • @strand-dx8pu
      @strand-dx8pu Рік тому

      I bet!!! I always say my cats are better than daytime television.

    • @MoniqueangeliqueLumpkin
      @MoniqueangeliqueLumpkin Рік тому

      Got 2 black cat, one blackie and rosie. They charmers, people are stupid, take care of pets they better than people

  • @roisinwolfibou9646
    @roisinwolfibou9646 Рік тому +73

    My own kitty, Mavis, is a black cat, I originally was going to the shelter to get a kitten but I saw her so scared of the word around her, curled up in a tight ball in her litter box and I just had to adopt her. Especially so when one of the people at the shelter tried to lure her out with a treat she she just picked it up with her little paw and ate it that way, she was so scared but still showed me such a charming personality. Coming up on 8 years later and she’s all snuggly on my lap as I type this

    • @kimberleysmith818
      @kimberleysmith818 Рік тому

      My black cat is a Mavis as well 😀

    • @Threemore650
      @Threemore650 Рік тому

      @@kimberleysmith818mine is a Chum Chum Doogie 😊

    • @kathymc234
      @kathymc234 Рік тому

      I'm so happy for you both. Black cats are the last to be adopted. Thank you for giving her a life of love.❤

  • @neopheles8725
    @neopheles8725 Рік тому +3

    My sister found one black cat and a black and white cat and since that day on they're our pets😊😊 and they are sooo cute and loyal 😊😊😊❤

  • @thehomeschoolinglibrarian
    @thehomeschoolinglibrarian Рік тому +26

    My family adopted 2 black cats and even when the shelter told us they had ring worm we took them anyway. We have no regrets as they are two of the sweetest cats we have ever had. The female Onyx is our naughtiest cat but she is also so sweet. The male Obsidian is our nose licker and is also very sweet.

    • @lunasky5635
      @lunasky5635 Рік тому

      Great names

    • @pamelakuhlman8481
      @pamelakuhlman8481 Рік тому

      When our black cat, Murphy, was an outdoor cat, he contracted ring worm. Ring worm is not a worm at all but rather a mite infestation. I dosed him with oral Ivermectin and it cured him. His hair grew back and he was no longer tired and sick, he became healthy and beautiful. Please read my comments about Murphy in former comments.

  • @ana_00
    @ana_00 Рік тому +20

    we rescued a black stray in may (literally picked him from the street and took him in) and he's the sweetest baby i've met in my life. he warmed up to us as soon as we brought him home and he's even been really civil with a couple of parakeets we're fostering for a few weeks, he just looks at them in wonder for a few minutes and then moves on. I have always been a black cat fan and i'm so glad he found us when he did

  • @MsNitrofire
    @MsNitrofire Рік тому +49

    We were adopted by a black cat last November. We think he was left behind by a some people in the area who moved away. No one claimed him and now has settled himself in with our other two cats. He can be chaos incarnate but is so affectionate and friendly- we love him to pieces